Coco Gauff began her Australian Open campaign with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Sofia Kenin. Despite struggling with sunlight at one end of the court, Gauff managed to maintain composure and win the match in straight sets. The match highlighted both her strengths and areas for improvement, as she served nine double faults but also recorded 12 aces. Gauff's performance against Kenin, a former Australian Open champion, was a testament to her resilience and adaptability on the court [1] [2].

After a disappointing U.S. Open performance, Coco Gauff made significant changes to her coaching team, parting ways with Brad Gilbert and bringing on Matt Daly, a grip and technique specialist. These changes were aimed at addressing her serve and forehand issues, which had become liabilities in her game. Daly's approach involved subtle adjustments to Gauff's grip and swing, focusing on improving her serve consistency and forehand reliability. This technical overhaul has already shown promising results, as Gauff has improved her performance against top players and won several titles since the adjustments [3] [4].

Gauff approaches the Australian Open with a 'relaxed and chill' mindset, focusing on enjoying the process rather than succumbing to pressure. Her recent performances have been characterized by an aggressive style of play, leveraging her athleticism and strategic vision. Gauff's goal is to continue refining her game and overcome the mental hurdles that have previously hindered her success. With her new coaching team and technical improvements, Gauff is poised to challenge top-seeded players and potentially secure another Grand Slam title [5].